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President Cyril Ramaphosa reiterated solidarity with countries and territories experiencing conflict and occupation.. (GCIS)

SA’s sovereignty is ‘not negotiable’, Ramaphosa says in Sona

In a pointed message to powerful nations, the president declared that South Africa’s sovereignty was “sacrosanct” and would not be compromised

South Africa on Friday expelled Israel’s chargé d’affaires Ariel Seidman, ordering him to leave the country within 72 hours

UPDATED: South Africa expels Israel’s chargé d’affaires Ariel Seidman

The department of international relations and cooperation said the move — which prompted a retaliatory measure by Israel — was a response to conduct inconsistent with diplomatic norms and protocol

The naval drill involved the armed forces of South Africa, China and Russia, with Iran reportedly participating and several other countries observing.

Parties demand answers over Iran role in a SANDF naval exercise

The Democratic Alliance and ActionSA have called for a formal investigation after Defence Minister Angie Motshekga confirmed that President Cyril Ramaphosa had issued instructions barring Iran’s participation

Former president Jacob Zuma. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy/M&G

Zuma’s visit to Morocco triggers a relook at SA foreign policy

South Africa’s ambitious foreign policy was established over 30 years ago. The question many are raising is whether it is still fit for purpose

The red beret and EFF leader Julius Malema reflect the image of the party. Photo: File

EFF accuses UK of ‘orchestrated’ visa delay to block Malema’s visit

The Economic Freedom Fighters leader was to have addressed a conference at Cambridge University on 10 May

There has been nothing remarkable about the government of national unity’s first year in office, but the steadying of the ship has been invaluable. Photo: GCIS

Brinkmanship in GNU devastating for SA

The Trump factor, plus the ANC and the DA playing to the brink, has cost the country R1 trillion

International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola defended South Africa’s involvement in the DRC, arguing that it would be “reckless” not to resolve the ongoing conflict in the country’s volatile eastern region. (File photo)

Withdrawal worse than surrender, says Lamola during DRC debate in parliament

The ANC and its GNU partners are divided over South Africa’s military involvement in the DRC, as opposition parties call for an immediate withdrawal of troops

The 13th of December marks the end of the consultation period President Cyril Ramaphosa announced after he signed the Act to allow parties to find each other on contentious clauses. (Dwayne Senior/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Bela and factional strife stress test the GNU

The Democratic Alliance called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to draw on a settlement with Solidarity to end the impasse over the act

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Africa must not wait for external powers to shape its future

African leaders must move their focus away from Washington, Beijing and London and rather build a self-reliant, prosperous continent

US ambassador to South Africa, Reuben Brigety.

Controversial US Ambassador Reuben Brigety resigns ahead of Trump’s assumption of power

Reuben Brigety’s resignation comes amid uncertainty over trade relations under the incoming US administration

President Cyril Ramaphosa said the uncertainty of the new trading regime had already harmed the country’s economy

Presidency rebukes DA over Ukraine as foreign policy row heats up

The government will not review foreign policy to accommodate the demands of the Democratic Alliance, a senior official said

US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks during a campaign event at the Resch Expo Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin, October 17, 2024. (Photo by KAMIL KRZACZYNSKI / AFP)

Harris’s inability to secure strong lead an indictment on Democratic Party

It has alienated voters with its stance on Israel and its message does not resonate with crucial blocs such as the youth and black men

A response to racially-charged assertions

The article shows ignorance about liberalism, its supporters and what it has done for this country and the rest of the world

President Hakainde Hichilema is quickly squandering the respect the country once held on the international stage. (Photo by Darren Stewart/Gallo Images via Getty Images)

Zambia’s haphazard foreign policy is a disaster

President Hakainde Hichilema is quickly squandering the respect the country once held on the international stage